Non Resident Landlords Collection Agent

If you are living abroad and earn rental income from a residential property in Ireland you are in the Non Resident Landlord (NRL) category for taxation purposes.

Non resident landlords are liable to Irish tax on rental income from properties within Ireland and must file an Irish income Tax Return. You can learn more about the unique taxation requirements for Non-Resident Landlords in our useful guide here.

How We Can Help

SCK Group specialises in non resident landlords: we provide a complete end-to-end service as your collection agent covering letting, management, maintenance, compliance, accounting & taxation.

We also provide a standalone Non-Resident Landlord Tax Collection Agent & Tax Return Service, as you may prefer to manage the property yourself or you may have an agent already in situ. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us here.

Non Resident Landlords look to SCK Group when:

• Living abroad, they are searching for a single provider in Ireland to look after all aspects of their property investment.

• Unsure what their tax obligations and liability are in Ireland, and want expert advice and an annual tax return completed.

• Concerned they are not achieving market rental income, and due to rent controls and rent pressure zone regulation in Ireland they want professional advice on how best to proceed

• Looking for someone in Ireland to coordinate ongoing repairs & maintenance, tenant queries & tenant turnover and general monitoring of their investment.

• They simply don’t have the time to look after their property investments and need an Irish resident to do this and act as their rent collection agent.

What is a Rent Collections Agent?

A rent collection agent is a professional or service provider who manages the collection of rent on behalf of landlords. Our responsibilities  can include:

1. Collecting Rent: Ensuring that tenants pay their rent on time and in full. They may collect rent physically, by check, or through digital payment systems.
2. Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of all rent payments, including dates, amounts, and any payments-related issues.
3. Communication: Acting as a point of contact between the landlord and tenants regarding rent issues. They may handle inquiries, provide payment reminders, and address any disputes or concerns related to rent.
4. Enforcement: Following up on late rental payments and, if necessary, initiating procedures for dealing with non-payment of rent. This can include serving notices or initiating eviction processes as per the landlord’s instructions and legal requirements.
5. Reporting: Providing regular reports to landlords on rent collection status, tenant payment history, and any issues that arise.
6. Legal Compliance: Ensuring that all rent collection activities comply with Irish rental laws and regulations, including the Residential Tenancies Act.
7. Other Financial Management: In some cases, they might also handle other financial aspects of property management, such as managing deposits, handling maintenance fees, paying property-related bills, ensuring owners are aware of their tax obligations, and working with non-resident corporate landlords.

As rent collection agents, we are typically employed by property management companies, letting agencies, and property owners. We are especially useful for landlords who own multiple properties or who live far from your rental properties.